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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Automne 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
2 entries Aug 31 → Dec 21, 2026
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Jan 11 → Apr 30, 2027
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AGECALE Association générale des étudiants du campus à Lévis (General Student Association - Lévis).
AGECAR Association générale des étudiants du campus à Rimouski (General Student Association - Rimouski). B
BORÉAS The research group focused on northern environments and societies. I
ISMER Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski, the university's renowned oceanography institute. L
L'Alternative The student-run bar and café located on the Rimouski campus, serving as a social and dining hub.
La caf The main cafeteria located in the Pavillon principal.
Le Transit The student-run café/bar located on the Lévis campus.
Le tunnel The underground or indoor walkway system connecting campus buildings, essential during winter.
Le vent de Rimouski A common student complaint/reference to the notoriously strong winds from the St. Lawrence River.
Les résidences The on-campus student housing complexes located at the Rimouski and Lévis campuses. M
MAGE-UQAR Mouvement des associations de groupe étudiant de l'UQAR, representing student interests. R
Résidences de l'UQAR The official term used by students to refer to the university-managed apartments. U
UQARien A student or alumnus of the Université du Québec à Rimouski. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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caf_t_ria_uqar Cafétéria UQAR
Citébus The public transit system serving the Rimouski campus area.
La carte The multi-functional student ID card used for the library, printing, and access control.
Le complexe sportif The campus sports and physical education center.
Le portail The central online student portal used for checking grades, schedules, and financial accounts.
Moodle The learning management system used by professors to distribute course materials.
Pavillon d'enseignement The primary teaching building on the Lévis campus.
Pavillon de la recherche The dedicated building for research activities and laboratories in Rimouski.
Pavillon principal The main building of the Rimouski campus housing most administrative offices and classrooms.
Société de transport de Lévis The transit provider for students attending the Lévis campus. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Automne 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 13 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included? Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
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Campus News Latest updates from Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR)
Une avenue prometteuse pour la production de molécules de synthèse Researchers in environmental chemistry and bioresources at UQAR have identified a promising new method for producing synthetic molecules.
Sep 4, 2026
Read More UQAR expands offerings in Gaspésie et aux Îles-de-la-Madeleine The university is strengthening its presence in the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region by expanding faculty and developing new programs like a bachelor's in administration.
Sep 2, 2026
Read More Réunion annuelle RAQ-2026 : 25 ans de science, d'innovation et de collaboration Ressources Aquatiques Québec (RAQ) held its annual meeting to celebrate 25 years of innovation and collaboration in aquatic research.
Sep 1, 2026
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR)
Salon de la Rentrée 2026 September 8, 2026
An event to welcome students for the new academic year, featuring various campus services and student life organizations.
Foire des loisirs September 14, 2026
A fair showcasing leisure activities and clubs available to students on the Rimouski campus.
Party de la rentrée – AGECAR September 17, 2026
Back-to-school party organized by the student association (AGECAR).
Excursion en kayak de mer September 19, 2026
A sea kayaking excursion organized for students as part of student life activities.
Séminaire II de Valentin Cavarlé September 22, 2026
Academic seminar hosted by the Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski (ISMER).
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